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Michael Rinkenberger
Fargo,ND
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Tony Robbins
Summary
Encouraging manager who is an analytical problem solver with talents for team building, leading, motivating, and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring, and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance for large-scale operations in the Fargo area.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Sam's Club
Store Manager
10.2017 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Drove sales from $64 million to over $116 million annual revenue from 2017 to 2023
- Managed 150+ associates and 7 assistant managers
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized back room to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures
Sam's Club
Fresh Market Manager
02.2016 - 10.2017
Job overview
- Oversaw 11 Sam’s Club operations
- Implemented fresh training programs on quality for produce, meat, bakery, prepared foods, and cafe departments
- Developed store managers, external and internal assistant managers
- Implemented change in processes and behaviors to leverage expenses and level set stores with consistency on standards and expectations
- Liaised between senior management and front-line team members to implement effective changes and revitalize market growth.
Sam's Club
Market Membership Sales Manager
03.2015 - 02.2016
Job overview
- Led sales over $778 million annual revenue
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals
Sam's Club
Store Manager
04.2013 - 03.2015
Job overview
- Supervised 200+ associates and 8 assistant managers
- Drove sales over $117 million annual revenue
- Collaborated on community events with Dream Center of Arkansas to provide food and supplies to those in need, and support tornado relief efforts in Mayflower, AR
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members
Sam's Club
Co-Manager
06.2012 - 04.2013
Job overview
- Oversaw 150+ associates and 6 assistant managers
- Led sales over $70 million annual revenue
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations
- Met or surpassed business targets regularly through employee engagement and proactive planning
Sam's Club
Membership Manager
02.2006 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Market Manager moved me to different stores that were under-performing to improve the operations and marketing results which increased sales
- Was asked to be involved in the marketing and membership promotions for 6 new store openings in OK, NE, MN, and ND.
- Oversaw the Marketing and Operations of the Business, analyzed financials, led and increased membership revenue
- Developed key associates and leveraged their leadership skills for promotions.
Sam's Club
Merchandise Manager
02.2004 - 02.2006
Job overview
- Involved with store setup, layout management, and visual merchandising of new store in Bismarck, ND
- Responsible for overseeing 2 Fresh Assistant Managers
- Motivated and mentored merchandise team to achieve high performance and job satisfaction
- Designed displays to deliver interactive, engaging, and memorable store experiences for shoppers
Education
University of North DakotaGrand Forks, ND
Business Management
2004
Skills
- Retail Inventory Management
- Sales Operations
- Retail Knowledge
- Operational Efficiency
- Time Management
- Customer Experience Management
- Merchandise Standards
- Planogram Execution
- Inventory Merchandising
- Staff Management
- POS Inventory System Operation
- Forklift Safety
Certification
Forklift Certified
Manager Food Safety Certified
Hazardous Waste Certified
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Timeline
Store Manager
Sam's Club
10.2017 - 09.2023
Fresh Market Manager
Sam's Club
02.2016 - 10.2017
Market Membership Sales Manager
Sam's Club
03.2015 - 02.2016
Store Manager
Sam's Club
04.2013 - 03.2015
Co-Manager
Sam's Club
06.2012 - 04.2013
Membership Manager
Sam's Club
02.2006 - 06.2012
Merchandise Manager
Sam's Club
02.2004 - 02.2006
University of North Dakota
Business Management
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